Tramway Plaza — Attraction in New York

During Memorial Day weekend, All of us stood in the queue for the tram. But the security/police guy allowed people with NYC metro/subway passes first. People who don’t have a metro/subway pass like us had to wait EXTRA time. The reason being there’s NO APPLE PAY at the tram entrance like the rest of the NYC subways entrances and there are only two subway ticket stations and it was taking a lot of time for people to buy tickets there. OK FINE. At least put a board out there saying you need to have subway passes before hand otherwise you gotta wait longer. All I’m asking is a BOARD with clear instructions. We would buy subway tickets at a nearby subway station and would come to the tram. We would save TIME. Again, same case at the other side, I.e. Roosevelt Island tram entrance. Tourists like us don’t buy subway tickets because there’s Apple Pay literally everywhere in Manhattan except this tram entrance. Surprise. Hope this review helps someone out...

Tramway Plaza on Roosevelt Island offers a unique and breathtaking view of Manhattan that you won't find anywhere else. The experience of riding the tram to get there is already exciting in itself, and when you arrive, you're greeted by this stunning vista.

The plaza itself is well-designed and perfect for a leisurely walk. It's an ideal spot for a picnic, photography, or simply to relax and take in the incredible scenery. The view of the Manhattan skyline, the Queensboro Bridge, and the East River is absolutely mesmerizing, especially at sunset when the city lights up.

The whole experience is like a hidden gem within the city, and I highly recommend it to both tourists and locals. It cost only 2.90 like metro ride. Tramway Plaza is a must-visit for anyone who wants a different perspective of New York City. It's a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan while still being in the heart of it. Truly a...

Roosevelt Island Tram, the 4 minute ride, which offers spectacular views to its passengers, has been praised in the New York Times as "the most exciting view in New York City!" It costs a mere $2.25 each way ($4 for a round trip) and students with tram permits ride free. The Roosevelt Island Tramway contains two cabins that each run back and forth, suspended from their own pair of cables. Each cabin has a capacity of up to 125 people and makes approximately 115 trips per day. The tram moves at about 16 mph (26 km/h) and travels 3,100 feet (940 m) in 4 minutes. At its peak it climbs to 250 feet (76 m) above the East River as it follows its route on the north side of the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge, providing views of the East Side of Midtown Manhattan. The tram runs every seven and half minutes from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. (3:30 a.m. on weekends) and runs continuously...